Congregation B'nai Emunah | Tulsa
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Gather the family for a morning of creativity, crafting and celebration! At our Family Maker Workshop, we’ll craft Channukah ritual items, enjoy traditional treats, sing songs, and discover the joy and history behind the holiday. We’ll be led by former B’nai Emunah Pre-School Teacher and current Education Coordinator at the Philbrook Museum of Art, Ms. Toni Willis. Tailored for ShulSchool families (kids two and up!) but open to all, this workshop is the perfect way to start your Chanukah preparations together. There is no charge for this workshop, however please let us know you’ll be attending by registering on the link below.
Volunteers will help prepare and deliver a minimum of 24 complete turkey Christmas meals for families in hospice care who may not have the ability to provide a festive holiday meal for themselves. Kitchen volunteers will cook a meal worthy of the season, and later a separate group will make delivery of the hot Christmas eve meals to the homes of the recipient families. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Richie Bolusky at rbolusky@bnaiemunah.com or by calling 918-583-7121.
We invite all community members to bake their favorite cookies and bars at home for this project any time during the month of December. If you begin early, please wrap your contribution securely and freeze it at home. Please drop your baked goods at the Synagogue on December 24, before 10:00 a.m. We will tray everything for eventual distribution to hospital emergency rooms, waiting rooms, police and fire stations, the Ronald McDonald house—wherever essential services are offered on Christmas Day. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Richie Bolusky at rbolusky@bnaiemunah.com or by calling 918-583-7121.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
With the first night of Chanukah falling on December 25, let’s lean into the habits of the Jews. In addition to lighting our first candles on the chanukiah, we’ll screen the family classic film American Tale on the big screen and enjoy tasty Chinese treats brought to us from Cheng Du Chinese Restaurant. Following dinner, we’ll pop the popcorn. It doesn’t get more traditionally Jewish than that! The program will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. with a communal candle lighting for the first night of the holiday. Please register using the link below so we can plan for your participation.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with your friends and family as we glide across the ice, enjoy delicious treats, and spin the dreidel together at WeStreet Ice Center. Whether you're a seasoned skater, a beginner or just a spectator from the sidelines, all are welcome to join in the fun and festivities. It will be an evening filled with music, laughter and the warmth of community. Please let us know if you are planning on attending by registering on the link below.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join us for this quarterly workshop to create your own ritual object related to the Chanukah. We'll be led in a dreidel making workshop by local artist Amy Sanders De Melo. As a multidisciplinary artist with visual impairments, Amy strives to create ceramic work and installations that speak to the resiliency of the human spirit. She utilizes Braille on porcelain as a way of telling stories, encouraging meditation, and creating space for grieving and healing. Secure your spot today by registering on the link below and let the magic of our holiday traditions come to life in your own hands!
The Sisterhood groups from Congregation B’nai Emunah, the Jewish Federation of Tulsa’s Pearl Society, and Temple Israel are partnering to support the Women in Recovery program with a meaningful social action project. Together, we’re Cooking Up New Beginnings by gathering essential kitchen supplies for women as they rebuild their lives.
Help us fill kitchen baskets with items like kitchen towels, pots and pans, measuring tools, and cutting boards—simple but essential tools that help make a house feel like a home. Join us on Sunday, December 15th, at Women in Recovery to assemble these baskets with love and care. Sisterhood schmooze will begin at 10:30 a.m., and the assembly will begin at 11 a.m.
How You Can Help:
Volunteer: Sign up to join us for this impactful assembly day!
Donate Supplies: Shop from our Amazon wishlist, shop items locally, or donate gently used kitchen items, then drop them off at Congregation B’nai Emunah, Jewish Federation of Tulsa, or Temple Israel.
More info and RSVP: jewishtulsa.org/sisterhood
For questions, contact:
Isabella Silberg at isilberg@jewishtulsa.org
Kate Basch at katecolumbiabasch@gmail.com
Donna Gantner at donnamg1013@gmail.com
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Experience a musical Shabbat evening with songs and storytelling starting at 5:30 p.m. This inclusive and accessible event is an ideal introduction to Shabbat traditions, welcoming participants of all ages and backgrounds. Following services, we’ll enjoy a beautiful Shabbat dinner together starting at 6:15 p.m. Reserve your spot at the Shabbat table by registering on the dinner registration link below.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Largely based on the Jewish family history of director Barry Levinson, Avalon follows the immigrant Krichinsky clan as they settle in Baltimore during the early 20th century. While Sam Krichinsky (Armin Mueller-Stahl) establishes roots in the city and finds a wife (Joan Plowright), his ambitious son, Jules (Aidan Quinn), who changes his last name to Kaye, tries to live the American Dream by opening an appliance store. The movie is an extended, touching meditation on cultural and generational gaps.
Our conversation about Avalon will take place on Thursday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. We’ll think aloud about where this work fits in the canon of Jewish film-making and whether it will stand the test of time. The film can be seen on Amazon Prime for a modest fee on your home screen. Please let us know if you have any difficulty locating the program.
Blatt + Blue is the longest-running project at the Synagogue dating from the height of the pandemic. Now in its fifth year, the series expresses the Synagogue’s commitments to an inclusive and pluralistic vision. Difficult films deserve thoughtful conversation. Film and television enthusiasts David Blatt and Alice Blue begin each session with a summary of the featured material, which means that you’ll be able to follow the conversation even if you have to delay your viewing of the material itself. After that, it’s questions and comments from the Zoom Room audience.
Join the moderated discussion in the Synagogue Zoom Room. The Zoom meeting ID is 918 583 7121, and the session will conclude at 8:00 p.m. If there is a film or broadcast you would like to screen, please call Richie Bolusky, Synagogue Program Director, at (918) 583-7121 with your suggestions.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join us for the next gathering in a series of Jewish music classes for babies and their adults! We’ll blend the best of what we know about early childhood education and the joy of Jewish music for this class geared towards kiddos 2 and under with their adults. We’ll sing, dance, move, and explore together at the Synagogue. Please register on the link below.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Jewish Overnight Camp is of the most important and powerful experiences for our kids. Join us on Zoom on Monday, December 2, to learn more about one of our favorites, Camp Ramah in the Rockies, from Camp Director, Rabbi Eliav Bock. RSVP to Morah Sara at slevitt@bnaiemunah.com to let us know if you can make it. In the meantime, visit www.ramahintherockies.com to learn more. Do you want to chat more about Jewish Summer Camps in general? Be in touch!
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
As Tulsa enters a new moment of city leadership, Congregation B'nai Emunah is excited to welcome Mayor-Elect Monroe Nichols for a public conversation with the Jewish community. Mayor-Elect Nichols will be joined in conversation by Rabbis Kaiman and Fitzerman for a live recording of their pandemic-era podcast "Two Rabbis and..." The public conversation will take place at 7:15 p.m.
Earlier that evening, the Synagogue community will gather for a musical shabbat service beginning at 5:30 p.m. which will be followed by a communal shabbat dinner at 6:15 p.m. Please make dinner reservations on the Synagogue website so we can plan for your participation. While not required, it is also helpful if you let us know if you plan to join us for the public conversation using the link below.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
One of the most acclaimed films from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, this gripping courtroom drama from filmmaker Cédric Kahn (Red Lights) delves into the sensational 1976 trial of Pierre Goldman, a left-wing activist defending himself against multiple charges, including murder during an armed robbery. Arieh Worthalter is mesmerizing as the accused, a revolutionary and the son of Polish Jewish refugees who steadfastly maintained his innocence, while the facts of his case raised questions of antisemitism and political ideology. The Goldman Case is a focused, distilled dramatization that’s both subdued and electrifying, communicating so much about the complexity of Jewish identity in recent European history.
Our conversation about The Goldman Case will take place on Thursday, November 14 at 7:00 p.m. The film can be seen as a specially underwritten Synagogue screening between November 7 and November 14. All you have to do is call the Synagogue Office at (918) 583-7121 for the access code. Please let us know if you have any difficulty locating the program.
Blatt + Blue is the longest-running project at the Synagogue dating from the height of the pandemic. Now in its fifth year, the series expresses the Synagogue’s commitments to an inclusive and pluralistic vision. Difficult films deserve thoughtful conversation. Film and television enthusiasts David Blatt and Alice Blue begin each session with a summary of the featured material, which means that you’ll be able to follow the conversation even if you have to delay your viewing of the material itself. After that, it’s questions and comments from the Zoom Room audience.
Join the moderated discussion in the Synagogue Zoom Room. The Zoom meeting ID is 918 583 7121, and the session will conclude at 8:00 p.m. If there is a film or broadcast you would like to screen, please call Richie Bolusky, Synagogue Program Director, at (918) 583-7121 with your suggestions.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join us for a Shabbat gathering crafted for babies and their families. Revel in the joy of singing songs, playing games, and savoring a delightful Shabbat dinner. It's an excellent opportunity to establish and embrace your own family traditions. While no reservation is required for the celebration, we ask you to secure your spot for the meal by registering on the link below.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join us for Sunday morning breakfast and stay for a thought-provoking presentation by UCLA Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, Dr. Joseph Manson, as he poses the question: Why are human beings religious? Religion, in some form, is present in every known human society, and scholars have sought explanations for religion in the universal, evolved features of the human mind. Is the human tendency to perceive supernatural agents a by-product of cognitive adaptations for navigating social life? Does religion serve to improve group cohesion and enforce pro-social behavioral norms, enabling groups to compete more effectively against other groups? Discuss these questions and more by reserving your spot for the breakfast seminar on the registration link.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. we gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Before committing suicide on the eve of Passover, an ailing Mexican Jewish woman sets in motion a carefully calculated plan to reunite her estranged family. Let the familial manipulations begin! Described as a comedic tearjerker (two things we lov), Nora’s Will is also an opportunity to see another Jewish culture in the world Jewish community. Marianna Chenillo’s film rack up impressive result on the international film circuit and scored 89+ percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
The film can be seen on Netflix on your home screen. Please let us know if you have any difficulty locating the program.
Blatt + Blue is the longest-running project at the Synagogue dating from the height of the pandemic. Now in its fifth year, the series expresses the Synagogue’s commitment to an inclusive and pluralistic vision. Difficult films deserve thoughtful conversation. Film and television enthusiasts David Blatt and Alice Blue begin each session with a summary of the featured material, which means that you’ll be able to follow the conversation even if you have to delay your viewing of the material itself. After that, it’s questions and comments from the Zoom Room audience.
Join the moderated discussion in the Synagogue Zoom Room. The Zoom meeting ID is 918 583 7121, and the session will conclude at 8:00 p.m. If there is a film or broadcast you would like to screen, please call Richie Bolusky, Synagogue Program Director, at (918) 583-7121 with your suggestions.
Sisterhood invites women of B'nai Emunah to join together for its annual Brunch on Sunday, October 27th from 10:00-11:30am in Sanditen Hall. We will be hearing personal stories from the women in our Sisterhood and honoring their contributions to our community. All are welcome! Please RSVP using the Registration link below and join us for a morning of meaningful connection.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
The final days of the holiday season bring us back together for the two last mornings of Yom Tov services. Each morning, October 24 and 25, will begin at 9:30 a.m. Yizkor will be chanted at 11:00 a.m. on October 24. On October 25, join us for the traditional finale to B’nai Emunah’s holiday celebrations, as members and friends gather following services for the annual Simchat Torah Luncheon. The meal is complimentary; however reservations are appreciated. Weather permitting, we will eat for the last time in the sukkah. We thank the Zarrow Families for underwriting this final luncheon of the holiday season.
We roll from one experience to the next as we celebrate the cycle of Torah learning and the new year with an evening of dinner and dancing. The evening begins with a dinner at 5:30 p.m. lovingly prepared by Alin Avitan in the Synagogue Sukkah. There is no charge for this meal, but please signal your participation through a reservation. At 6:15 p.m. we move into the Kaiser-Miller Auditorium, where music will fill our hearts as we dance together. It’s an evening of toys and wonders at this inter-generational gathering.